Learning Support Assistant — SEND & Intervention Specialist

Orchard School Bristol; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Cycle Scheme

Paid DBS check

Free eye tests

Pension scheme enrollment

Paid induction and training

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

CPD access

Job summary

Orchard School Bristol is seeking a dedicated role to provide guidance and personal support for students within the learning environment. The post involves working with teachers and the SENDCo to ensure safe access to the curriculum and high levels of engagement across learners.

The role requires fluency in spoken English and safeguarding clearance. It offers full‑time hours, a fixed term until 31 August 2027, and opportunities for professional development and DBS processing.

Qualifications

• Fluency in spoken English required.
• Safeguarding clearance/DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide support for individual or small groups of students inside and outside the classroom to enable safe access and full participation.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENDCo to identify support and monitor progress for all students.
• Set high expectations to promote self-esteem and independence.
• Create personalised learning plans and assist with EHCPs and other SEND documentation.
• Plan and prepare resources and study interventions for students.
• Develop stimulating learning resources to meet learners' additional needs.
• Implement high‑quality study interventions such as Literacy, Numeracy, Emotional Literacy and mentoring.
• Assess students' work, record progress and provide feedback with next steps.
• Report on development and progress to teachers, SENDCo, senior staff, parents and SEND professionals.

Job description

Orchard School Bristol is seeking a dedicated role to provide guidance and personal support for students within the learning environment. The post involves working with teachers and the SENDCo to ensure safe access to the curriculum and high levels of engagement across learners.

The role requires fluency in spoken English and safeguarding clearance. It offers full‑time hours, a fixed term until 31 August 2027, and opportunities for professional development and DBS processing.